Jake And Jossyl

We're a couple form Toronto, we talk and vlog. OUAT, New Girl and Three's Company.Let's be friends!

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Monday Muse: Lana Parrilla On Her Career, Life Advice, And Captain Hook

Monday Muse: Lana Parrilla On Her Career, Life Advice, And Captain Hook

Photo: Ashley Barrett

It’s undeniable that Lana Parrilla has that something that makes everyone want to be her, date her, or be best friends with her. She has stolen the hearts of viewers for the past 6 seasons of Once Upon A Time playing Regina Mills (for those who don’t know the show, the Evil Queen, and for those who do know the show, let’s keep the ‘evil’ for arguments sake).

Raised in…

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Budgets And Orgasms: A Few Of My Favorite Things

Budgets And Orgasms: A Few Of My Favorite Things

Photo: Louisiana Mei Gelpi.

Happy Friday! This week has obviously been a tough one considering everything going on in the world. I don’t talk about very controversial topics on the blog (politics, religion), but my heart hurts for the world. Everything that’s happening is flat out scary and one thing I’ve heard that’s stood out is “…ignoring is as bad as supporting”. Make yourself aware of what’s…

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Meeting Colin O'Donoghue And Jeff Goldblum The Same Week: A Few Of My Favorite Things

Meeting Colin O’Donoghue And Jeff Goldblum The Same Week: A Few Of My Favorite Things

Happy Friday! Guys. What can I say about this past week? The TCA’s are over and if you haven’t been bombarded on my social media yet, then let me tell you that I FINALLY MET COLIN O’DONOGHUE. I know a ton of you have been asking on the Jake And JossylTwitter page what happened, what was it like, what did he smell like, did I ask him about pancakes? I would absolutely love to tell you all the…

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"We Come From The Land Of The Ice And Snow"

“We Come From The Land Of The Ice And Snow”

This weekend I was lucky to collaborate with an incredible photographer who I met through Instagram actually. Moriah Ziman and I connected about a year ago and have been dying to do a shoot together ever since. Last year our timing didn’t work out because when she was in LA, I was back in Toronto for TIFF. It was so worth the wait though. 

On Friday we finally made things happen and had some fun…

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Poems and Carpool Karaoke: A Few Of My Favorite Things

Poems and Carpool Karaoke: A Few Of My Favorite Things

Photo: Stella Blackmon

Happy Friday! I’m still in the middle of TCA prep so all I’ve been doing this week is binge-watching TV shows. As a result I realized that I love the show Black-ish, and cannot wait for You’re The Worst Season 4 to start.

Today I’m collaborating with a brilliant photographer who I actually met through Instagram a few months ago. We’ve never met; she’s based on the east…

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On The Red Carpet: In Vino starring Ed Asner and Sean Young

Written By: Jordan Macklin

The Writers Guild Theater in Beverly Hills saw a great turnout last Thursday night for the premiere of the indie film, In Vino—a dark comedy/thriller written and directed by Leonardo Foti. The film features Ed Asner (The Mary Tyler Moore Show, Up) and Sean Young (Blade Runner, Dune) alongside a brilliant and varied ensemble cast. In In Vino, we meet the affluent Charles…

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Brownies And Tom Welling: A Few Of My Favorite Things

Brownies And Tom Welling: A Few Of My Favorite Things

Photo: Broma Bakery 

Happy Friday! This past week I’ve been binge-watching TV shows in prep for the TCA’s so my social life hasn’t been anything crazy. I’m actually currently living vicariously through the character’s of You’re The Worst (new favorite show btw). This weekend will probably consist of more binge watching, and a few brunches/dinners. Whatever you’re doing this weekend I hope you’re…

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4 Reasons You Need A Pair Of Overalls

4 Reasons You Need A Pair Of Overalls

Let’s get straight to point. Overalls are the shit. I think it was about 5 years ago when I wore a pair of overalls (an impulse purchase from Urban Outfitters back in the day) to work and I could not stop turning heads. I knew it was a fashion statement at the time, and at 20 years old I wanted to play it safe with what I wore. When I put on these overalls almost every other person would stop me…

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Celine Dion, Captain Swan, and Planet of the Apes: A Few Of My Favorite Things

Celine Dion, Captain Swan, and Planet of the Apes: A Few Of My Favorite Things

Photo: Vogue

Happy Friday! I’m pumped because this is the first weekend in three weeks that I have all to myself! For the past few weekends I’ve had house guests (which I’m totally not complaining about!), but it’s nice to have the alone time to unwind. I have a few little things planned (happy hour, brunch, beach day), but nothing crazy. Whatever you’re doing this weekend I hope you’re having…

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A Dose Of Vegan

A Dose Of Vegan

Written By: Jordan Macklin Photo: Pinch Of Yum

The past few weeks have been an intense time of change in my household. Recently, my boyfriend was recommended a vegan diet by his doctor for the good of his heart and his health–and in the name of love and practicality, I’m doing it too. Let me go on record saying I was actually incredibly skeptical of my ability to be a vegan, because I really love…

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Sandy Monroe, Beauty Junkie Founder: Monday Muse

Sandy Monroe, Beauty Junkie Founder: Monday Muse

I discovered blowouts when I first moved to Los Angeles, and I can confidently say my life has never been the same. I discovered Sandy Monroe a few months ago, and I can confidently say blowouts will never be the same.

Raised in a little town outside of LA called Monrovia, Sandy has been doing hair since high school. “When I was a teenager I did a whole Quincenera party (all that thick Latina…

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Side Hustle and Ob-Gyn Questions: A Few Of My Favorite Things

Side Hustle and Ob-Gyn Questions: A Few Of My Favorite Things

Photo: Gemma Correll

Happy Friday! There is currently a heat wave in Los Angeles, so my bestie Cassandra and I are driving down to Palm Springs this afternoon to be even hotter.

It’s been a minute since I’ve written a favorite things article, but it feels good to be back! For the past few weeks I’ve actually been busy; I celebrated my 25th birthday last month, went back home to surprise my family…

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Why I Took A Break From Blogging And Social Media

Why I Took A Break From Blogging And Social Media

Photo: Tess Comrie

I launched JossBecause.com 1 year ago – It’s been a solid 4 weeks since I’ve posted anything, and about 2.5 months since I’ve been consistent. I took a break from blogging and social media (with the exception of an occasional Instagram post). There was a period where I didn’t know what I wanted to do, I didn’t see a future with this website and I’m happy I had that moment.

A…

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The 25 Things I Learned By 25

The 25 Things I Learned By 25

Photo: Kristen Wasik

So today I turn 25. I don’t feel any differently, but I guess it’s a milestone. It’s not as if I’ve experienced a whole lot that I feel entitled to impart wisdom, but I’ve definitely gone through some experiences that make me who I am today. Not everyone’s journey to 25 is the same; some people my age are married with kids, while some are still in school, and some are Miley…

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Meena Alsabbagh: Monday Muse

Meena Alsabbagh: Monday Muse

Meena Alsabbagh left her job in the corporate world of tech sales to pursue her dream in the fashion industry, and is now running her own business as a style consultant at Meraki Styling. If that doesn’t scream Monday Muse, I don’t know what does.

I met Meena almost 10 years ago and the moment I met her I immediately coined her as “the girl who dresses nice” for lack of better words. Her work…

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How To Have Fun In The Sun: Summer Makeup Tips

How To Have Fun In The Sun: Summer Makeup Tips

Written By: Marlena von Kazmier Photo: Steve Bigler Hair/Makeup: Marlena von Kazmier

Let’s face it, wearing makeup in hot weather isn’t always the most pleasant experience. The melting, the humidity and the sweat are all out to get you.

Taking the necessary precautions to protect your skin from heat, sun and dehydration are your first steps in achieving a fresh face for the upcoming summer months.

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How To Find Adventure In Your Everyday Life

How To Find Adventure In Your Everyday Life

Written By: Melissa M Photo: Max Lakutin

To me, there’s nothing better than traveling. I love the excitement of boarding a plane, the giddiness I feel when loading a car up to the brim. I don’t mind packing, or living out of a suitcase, or even lugging it around from place to place. I love trying new food and exploring new towns and getting lost on paths I’ve never walked before.

I love the…

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